Have you noticed the many different types of decorative lanterns available these days? A lantern is one of those items I would definitely recommend anyone add to their home decor. They work well in every room, anytime, and anywhere. And, by changing the look of them they can be used in many different ways to decorate your home. Growing in popularity, they can be found easily at home stores, craft stores, home improvement stores, and more. And, I think they make a great gift idea.
I wanted to share this lovely lantern I recently purchased. It was a "love at first sight" moment when I saw it at the craft store. The half-off price was a happy surprise as I took a closer look, and I decided it was well worth the discount price, rather than the original cost of forty-five dollars. It was definitely coming home with me! {Score!}
I wanted to share this lovely lantern I recently purchased. It was a "love at first sight" moment when I saw it at the craft store. The half-off price was a happy surprise as I took a closer look, and I decided it was well worth the discount price, rather than the original cost of forty-five dollars. It was definitely coming home with me! {Score!}
I convinced myself it was in fact a must-have and a most justifiable purchase. A gift to myself and a beautiful addition to my home. My lantern has a bit of weight to it, it's metal, about sixteen inches tall and seven inches wide, painted off-white and what looks like a light dry-brushing of gold paint. And for me, the scroll embellishment just made it all the better.
This lantern is the perfect color for me and my home's decor. And, I really like that it's also perfect to use all throughout the year, that I can change the look of it, and use it different ways to decorate my home. I have several ideas in mind for that...
This lantern is the perfect color for me and my home's decor. And, I really like that it's also perfect to use all throughout the year, that I can change the look of it, and use it different ways to decorate my home. I have several ideas in mind for that...
Close-up of the detail.
I can easily see this lantern on display every season. It's beautiful as is using it with a plain candle, or it could be dressed-up with colored candles, maybe just a simple colored ribbon tied on top or added embellishment. It can also be changed by adding different items to the inside. Flowers in the spring or summer. For fall, pumpkins and fall colored leaves. And, in the winter some evergreens or holly with berries would look nice, and there are lots of holiday ideas I have in mind. I'm going to really enjoy this lantern, and dressing it up!
I like that there are more choices today for what type of candle light to use. Now that there are so many types of flame-less/battery operated candles available, I don't have to use a candle with a real flame or have the worry of that if I prefer not to.
I like that there are more choices today for what type of candle light to use. Now that there are so many types of flame-less/battery operated candles available, I don't have to use a candle with a real flame or have the worry of that if I prefer not to.
As I mentioned, a lantern is one of those items I would recommend adding to a home's decor, it works well in any room and with the added ability to change its appearance, whether it's a gift for yourself or someone else, it's the gift that keeps on giving.
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Here are few idea examples I found for changing the look of a lantern
This is great for Fall
This is so pretty for Christmas
This says "Summer"
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I enjoy adding pieces that I love to my home, especially if they have a timeless feel about them. And, being able to change the look or using it in different ways to decorate my home, is always a plus.
Happy decorating!...
